Forzaspira Slim SR90B - Broom POLTI - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Forzaspira Slim SR90B POLTI

- Before removing the batteries, make sure to remove watches and rings and wear protective gloves. Ensure

hat the battery has no charge, leaving the appliance to run until it turns off.

The range of FORZASPIRA SLIM Consists of cordless rechargeable vacuums: lightweight, manageable, bagless. The power of simplicity

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REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT

Visit our website www.polti.co.uk or call our Customer Services department to register your product. You can get useful recommendations on using the products, and updates on innovations, as well as finding all the accessories that make the family of Polti products even more valuable for looking after your home. To register your product, in addition to your personal information, you must enter the serial number (SN) which you will find on the silver label, located on the box and underneath the appliance. To save time and have your serial number to hand, write it in the space provided on the back cover of this manual.SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNINGS IN THIS MANUAL,

APPLIANCE ITSELF. Polti S.p.A. declines all liability for any accident deriving from any improper use of this appliance. Only usage as detailed in this instruction manual constitutes correct usage. Any use which does not comply with these instructions will invalidate the warranty.

• Never disassemble or carry out maintenance on the appliance apart from that indicated in this manual. In the event of a fault or malfunction, do not try and repair the appliance yourself. Incorrect use or a lack to respect for the instructions herein may lead to serious accidents. Always contact Authorised Service Centres.

• This appliance, including batteries and motorized accessories, must not be used if it has been dropped or if there is visible damage or if the product has been dropped into water: switch off and take the product to a repair centre.

• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

• Keep the appliance and the power cable out of the reach of children under 8 years of age.

• Keep all packaging out of the reach of children; it is not a toy. Keep the plastic bag out of the reach of children to avoid risk of suffocation.

• This appliance is intended exclusively for indoor domestic use.

• Always unplug the appliance if it is not in use and before any ENGLISH | 18 |preparation, maintenance or cleaning operation. In order to reduce the risk of accidents, including: fires, electrocution, personal injury and scalding, both during use and during preparation, maintenance and storage, always take the fundamental precautions listed in this manual.

• The earthing system and highly sensitive residual-current circuit breaker, complete with magnetothermic cut-out for your domestic system, guarantee safe use of electrical appliances. Therefore, for your own safety, check that the electrical system to which the battery charger is connected complies with current laws.

• The battery charger is used to charge the batteries located inside the appliance. Do not use the appliance with the battery charger connected.

• Do not connect the battery charger to the mains if the voltage does not correspond with that of the domestic electrical circuit in use.

• Do not overload the sockets with adaptors and/or transformers. Only connect the battery charger to a single socket with current that is compatible with the supplied plug.

• Electrical extension leads that are unsuitable for the power rating or which are not compliant with law may overheat and possibly lead to short-circuiting, fire, power outage or damage to the equipment. Only use certified extensions, suitable for the power rating, that support at least 10A.

• To remove the battery charger from the socket, do not pull the power cable, but hold the plug itself to avoid damage to the plug and the cable.

• Do not pull or jerk the battery charger cable or expose it to stress (twisting, crushing or stretching). Keep the battery charger cable away from hot and/or sharp surfaces and elements. Avoid squashing the battery charger cord in doors or windows. Do not pull the battery charger cable tight around corners. Avoid stepping on the battery charger ENGLISH | 19 |cable. Do not walk over the battery charger cable. Do not wind the battery charger cable around the appliance, especially if the appliance is hot. Do not place the appliance on top of the charger cable; this can be dangerous.

• If the battery charger or the charger cable are damaged, they must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid any possible hazard.

• Do not use the battery charge barefoot and/or with wet body or feet.

• Do not install, charge or use the appliance outdoors or near containers full of water, e.g. sinks, bathtubs or swimming pools.

• Do not immerse the product or the battery charger in water or other liquids. In case of accidental immersion, do not use the appliance and take it to an Authorised Service Centre.

• Do not insert objects into the battery contacts. RISKS DURING USE OF THE PRODUCT – INJURIES/SCALDING

• The product should not be used in areas where there is a danger of explosions or in the presence of toxic substances.

• Do not vacuum liquid substances or damp dirt.

• Do not vacuum toxic substances, acids, solvents, detergents or corrosive substances. The handling and removal of dangerous substances must be carried out according to the indications of the manufacturers of these substances.

• Do not vacuum explosive powders or liquids, hydrocarbons, open flames and or extremely hot objects.

• Do not immerse the product or the battery charger in water or other liquids. In case of accidental immersion, do not use the appliance and take it to an Authorised Service Centre.

• Do not use the vacuum function on people and/or animals.

• Use the special carry handle for transport. Do not pull the cable of the battery charger. Do not use the cable of the battery charger as a handle. Do not lift the appliance using the cable of the battery charger.

• Do not position the product near sources of heat such as fireplaces, stoves and ovens.

• Do not obstruct the openings and grills on the product.

• Turn off the appliance before connecting the motorized brush. ENGLISH | 20 |• Do not expose the appliance, the battery charger or the battery to temperatures under 0°C or over 40°C.

BATTERY USE / BATTERY CHARGER

• For the purposes of recharging the battery, only use the detachable supply unit provided with this appliance.

• During recharging the appliance must only be connected to safe extra low voltage corresponding to the marking on the appliance.

• Before connecting the battery charger make sure that the mains voltage corresponds to that indicated on the plate data.

• Disconnect the battery charger if unused for extended periods of time and before maintenance or service activities.

• The battery charger is used to charge the batteries located inside the appliance. Do not use the appliance with the battery charger connected.

• Do not attempt to use batteries that are broken.

• The batteries used in this appliance must not be replaced by the user, but by a Polti authorized repairing center.

• Replacing the battery or the charger with a model different from the original could override the appliance’s integrated protection system.

• Do not heat/expose to sun/ or burn batteries; they may explode.

• Mechanically crushing or intentionally breaking the battery may cause an explosion.

• Do not expose the battery to extremely low air pressure (vacuum conditions).

• Do not place batteries in the microwave oven or place the product near electromagnetic fields, such as an induction plate.

• The batteries must be removed from the appliance before its disposal (see section “Disposal of the battery”).

• The appliance must be disconnected from the supply mains when removing the battery.

• The battery is to be disposed of safely and fulfilling all requirements of EU Directive 2012/19/EU relating to end-life of electrical and electronic (WEEE Directive)". ENGLISH | 21 |ENGLISH | 22 |

CORRECT USE OF THE PRODUCT

Polti Forzaspira Slim SR90B is intended for internal home use as a vacuum of dry material, in accordance with the descriptions and instructions contained in this manual. Please read these instructions carefully and keep them. This manual can also be consulted and/or downloaded from the website www.polti.co.uk. Only vacuum domestic dirt. Do not vacuum up liquids. Do not use on debris or chalk, cement or residues from building sites or brick laying. Do not use on earth and sand/soil, etc. Do not use on ash, soot and combustion residues (fireplaces, barbecues, etc.). Do not use on printer, photocopier or fax toner or ink powder. Do not vacuum pointed, sharp or stiff objects. The appliance only functions correctly with the collector inserted, and complete with all its parts. Only usage as detailed in this instruction manual constitutes correct usage. Any other use may damage the appliance and invalidate the warranty. POLTI S.p.A. reserves the right to make only aesthetic, technical and construction changes it deems necessary, without prior notice.

INFORMATION FOR USERS

Pursuant to European Directive 2012/19/EU, regarding electric and electronic appliances, this appliance must not be disposed of with domestic waste, but must be sent to an official collection facility. This appliance complies with EU Directive 2011/65/EU. The crossed-out bin symbol on the appliance indicates that, at the end of its useful lifespan, the product must be disposed of separately from other waste. Therefore, at the end of its life, the user must hand over the appliance to an appropriate collection centre for electric and electronic waste or, according to the legislation in force in the country, leave the used appliance with the distributor when buying a new product to replace it. Proper separate waste collection to facilitate the subsequent recycling, treatment and environmentally compatible disposal of the appliance helps to prevent negative effects on the environment and human health, and promotes recycling of the materials the product is made of. Unlawful disposal by the owner may result in the application of the administrative sanctions envisaged by current legislation.

DISPOSAL OF THE BATTERY

The batteries supplied contain substances which are potentially harmful to the environment. The Li-ion batteries can explode if exposed to high temperatures or thrown into a fire. Before disposing of the appliance, remove the batteries, do not throw them away with household waste but take them to an official collection centre. For removed of the batteries, see page 4 of the instructions. In case of difficulties with disassembling the appliance, contact the competent territorial unit for disposal.

POLTI FORZASPIRA SLIM SR90B

Polti Forzaspira Slim SR90B is a practical vacuum cleaner that can be used both as an electric upright and as a portable, wireless vacuum cleaner guaranteeing maximum freedom of movement. Lightweight and manageable, reaches everywhere, making everyday cleaning quick and easy.

1. PREPARATION OF THE

APPLIANCE Remove the appliance from the packaging, checking that the product is intact and that all the parts are included.

1.1 CHARGING APPLIANCE

The battery has to be charged before the product is used for the first time. - Make sure that the switch is in the off position and connect the battery charger connector to the socket of the appliance (1). - Connect the plug of the battery charger to an easily accessible mains socket. - The battery indicator will start to flash (2) (red). When the indicator stays on (green), the battery is charged. The battery takes a maximum of around 4 hours to charge completely. It is normal for the power supply to heat up during charging.ENGLISH | 23 |

1.2 ASSEMBLING THE APPLIANCE

2.1 Follow the directions in Section1.

2.2 To turn the appliance on, press the switch

located on the handle (6). The appliance will start to operate at standard power. Activate turbo power by pressing the switch on the handle again (6). To turn the appliance off, press the switch on the handle again (6).

2.3 The brush has a roller with soft bristles to

allow even the finest dust to be collected. The convenient joint is able to reach every corner of a surface.

3. USING ON RUGS AND CARPETS

To achieve the proper rotation of the motorized brush, adjust the suction to the standard level.

4. USING THE PORTABLE VACUUM

4.1 Be sure to follow the directions in Section

4.2 Remove the extension hose and brush, if

4.3 If required, connect the bristled suction

nozzle or the 2 in 1 suction lance. The bristle action makes the suction nozzle ideal for removing dirt from armchairs, sofas, auto upholstery etc. It is possible to insert the bristle frame by sliding the guides of the frame on the base of the nozzle (18). Complete the above in reverse order to remove the frame. The 2 in 1 suction lance is recommended for deep cleaning hard-to-reach spots, such as skirting-boards and inside sofas, armchairs, upholstered furniture and car upholstery. A simple movement and the lance becomes a convenient brush to remove dust (19).

4.4 To turn the appliance on, press the switch

located on the handle (6). The appliance will start to operate at standard power. Activate turbo power by pressing the switch on the handle again (6). To turn the appliance off, press the switch on the handle again (6).

5.1 Follow the instructions in Chapter 1.

5.2 Remove the brush (7).

5.3 If needed, connect the bristled suction

nozzle or the suction lance.

5.4 To turn the appliance on, press the switch

located on the handle (6). The appliance will start to operate at standard power. Activate turbo power by pressing the switch on the handle again (6). To turn the appliance off, press the switch on the handle again (6).

6.1 Turn the appliance off by pressing the

switch located on the handle (6).

6.2 Press the button on the dust collector

tank to open it and empty the dirt inside (9).

6.3 Close the dust collector tank door again.

7. GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Ensure that the appliance is switched off and disconnected from the mains. To clean the outside of the appliance, use only a damp cloth and tap water. Do not use detergents of any type. Store the appliance in a cool, dry place, avoiding extreme cold and heat, to protect battery performance. TURBO suction power up to 25 min.

WARNING: After using the appliance, wait 30

minutes before recharging the battery. Using the vacuum with extension lets you clean the hardest to reach spots, like ceilings and high shelves (8).

WARNING: Since pressing the button opens

the lower end of the container, it is best to do it over a waste bin. Clean after each use.7.1 CLEANING THE DUST COLLECTOR TANK - Empty the dust-collector tank as described in Section 6. - Detach the tank from the main body by pressing the detach button (10)(11). - Rotate the top cover of the tank anticlockwise and extract it (13). Rotate clockwise to lock it again (14) (align the symbols). - Remove the tank filter and sponge (15). Remove any remaining dirt. - Rinse all the components under running water and let them dry. - Replace everything by performing these steps in reverse order. The EPA filter should be fully cleaned approximately every four months. Filters are sold at Polti authorized service centres and at www.polti.co.uk

7.2 CLEANING THE BRUSH

To clean the brush, proceed as follows: - Move the locking cursor outwards (16). - Remove the bristly cylinder (17). - Clean the bristle cylinder. - Replace everything by performing these steps in reverse order.

8.1 Ensure that the appliance is switched off

reaches the maximum level.

WARNING: Check that all dust collector

components are dry before reassembling them.

WARNING: Check the condition of filters

during cleaning. Replace filters when visibly damaged. Rinse the tank filter using running water only and shake gently to remove any excess dirt or water residue. Before replacing the filter in the appliance, leave to dry naturally, away from sources of heat, for at least 24 hours.

WARNING: Do not clean the filter with the

brush, as it can be damaged, thereby reducing the filtering capacity. Do not use detergents, do not rub the filter, and do not wash it in a dishwasher. ENGLISH | 24 |9. TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION

The vacuum cleaner does not turn on. Battery flat. Charge the appliance. The brush does not work or makes an unusual sound. The brush is not attached correctly. Dirty or blocked brush. Check and correctly connect the brush. Clean the interior of the brush as described in the maintenance section. Reduced vacuuming action. Dust-collector tank is full. Empty the dust-collector tank. Battery charger hot during recharge phase. This is normal when the battery is recharging

The battery charger is connected but the appli- ance is not charging. The battery charger is not connected correctly. The battery charger or cable is broken. Batteries expired. The battery charger is not original model and its voltage is incorrect. Ensure that the battery charger is connected properly. Contact a service centre. Contact a service centre. Use the original battery charger provided. The LED turns red. The battery is almost flat. Stop vacuuming and recharge. There is extra dust and debris and it falls on the floor. The dust collector tank has been overfilled. Empty and clean the tank, filters and brush. Should the problems persist, contact an Authorised Polti Service Centre (see www.polti.co.uk for the up-to-date list) or Customer Services. ENGLISH | 25 |WARRANTY This appliance is for domestic use only and is guaranteed for two years from the date of purchase against any defects present at the time the goods are handed over; the date of purchase must be proven via a proof of purchase document valid for tax purposes and issued by the seller. For repairs, the appliance must be accompanied by proof of purchase. This warranty does not affect the consumer rights deriving from European Directive 99/44/EC as regards some aspects of sale and warranty of consumer goods, rights which the consumer should uphold with respect to the seller. This warranty is valid in the countries which adhere to European Directive 99/44/EC. For other countries, local regulations on warranties apply.

WHAT THE WARRANTY COVERS

During the warranty, Polti guarantees free repair of a product with a manufacturing or factory defect and, therefore, the customer is not liable to pay for any work or materials. In case of irreparable defects, Polti may replace the product free of charge. To avail of the warranty, the customer should visit one of the Polti Authorised Service Centres with proof of purchase from the seller valid for tax purposes and bearing the date of purchase of the product. Without proof of purchase and the relative date of purchase, the work will be charged for. Store the proof of purchase document safely for the whole duration of the warranty.

WHAT THE WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER

• Any fault or damage not deriving from a manufacturing defect.

• Any fault due to improper use or use other than that indicated in this instruction booklet, an integral part of the product sales contract.

• Any defect resulting from force majeure (fires, short circuits) or caused by third parties (tampering).

• Damage caused by the use of non-original Polti parts, and repairs or modifications performed by staff or service centres not authorised by Polti.

• Damage caused by the customer.

• Parts (filter, brush, hose, battery, etc.) damaged by use (consumable goods) or normal wear and tear.

• Any damage caused by limescale.

• Defects resulting from lack of maintenance/cleaning according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

• Assembly of non-original Polti accessories or those that have been modified or which are not suitable for the appliance. Inappropriate use and/or use not compliant with the instructions for use and any other warnings or indications contained in this manual invalidates the warranty. Polti takes no responsibility for any direct or indirect damage to people, objects or animals caused by non-compliance with the instructions indicated in this instruction booklet, regarding warnings for use and product maintenance. To see the up-to-date list of the Polti Authorised Service Centres, visit the website www.polti.co.uk ENGLISH | 26 |FRANÇAIS | 27 |

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